What is the online Master of Engineering Management?

Integrated

Benefit from an engineering-centric approach to management and technical leadership.

Strategic

Enhance your skills with a curriculum that equips students to lead in an engineering setting.

Respected

Earn a degree from one of the nation’s leading research institutions.

Convenient

Complete the Master of Engineering Management program through 100 percent online coursework in fewer than five semesters.

Why choose the Ohio University online MEM?

An advanced degree program for engineers who want to become leaders without losing their foundation in engineering, the online Master of Engineering Management from Ohio University focuses on leadership and management skills and their direct relationship to engineering process improvement, project management, effective communication, and innovative solutions.

No GRE or GMAT required

Named a “2017 Best College” by The Princeton Review

Ranked among the nation’s “Best Online Programs” for “Grad Engineering” in 2017 by U.S. News & World Report

Ohio University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Curriculum

Delivered through a completely online learning environment, our curriculum combines graduate-level leadership and management courses with high-level engineering practices. The curriculum’s dual focus is ideal for immediate application in the workplace, or for career advancement opportunities down the line. Our MEM graduates rely on their understanding of protocols and project standards, superior communication skills and leadership abilities to manage cross-functional teams effectively to find solutions. We cover concepts beneficial in any leadership role, whether you’re a chemical, electrical, civil, or mechanical engineer, or have a strong background in physical science and desire to excel in the design, implementation, and management of technology.

The objective of this course is to teach engineers the management skills they will need to be effective throughout their careers.It introduces the ways in which management principles are applied in the kinds of work students are most likely to encounter.Also included are aspects of globalization, including how culture changes engineering management.

EMGT 6010

Engineering Writing

4 Credits

This course is designed to help you develop the ability to think critically as a professional communicator.Learning to ask appropriate questions will enable you to understand, develop, and produce effective communication using the following elements of thought: purpose, basic concepts, information sources and needs, underlying assumptions, inferences/conclusions, implications/consequences, and points of view.Significant ethics discussions are included throughout this course.

EMGT 6100

Statistics for Engineering Management

4 Credits

This course is intended to prepare engineering management students to design statistically valid experiments and to analyze the results.Topics include basic probability theory, confidence, hypothesis testing, regression, and analysis of variance.

EMGT 6200

Information Systems Engineering

3 Credits

This course introduces students to information systems within and across organizations.Information systems provide a primary source of information for management.Students learn about the phases of design and implementation of information systems, as well as methods for keeping abreast of fast-paced changes in the IT world.

This course focuses on the development and utilization of network techniques, such as PERT and CPM, to schedule activities, develop financial budgets, allocate resources, and control progress and costs of practical projects. Students also are introduced to project scheduling software.

EMGT 6600:

Applied Accounting and Finance for Engineering Management

3 Credits

Principles and techniques of accounting, finance, performance measures and decision-making are examined and applied in the engineering management context. Methods of cost accounting are presented, compared and used. Relationships between cost, volume and profit are illustrated, and related parameters are calculated. Budgets for production, direct labor, manufacturing and other functions are prepared. Performance measures are analyzed and applied. Differential analysis techniques are used to support engineering management decisions. Financial statements and statements of cash flows are examined and interpreted to assess the financial health of engineering organization

EMGT 6110

Principles of Six Sigma

3 Credits

This course presents an introduction to the Six Sigma DMAIC problem-solving methodology, including examples in a wide range of organizations.Topics include tools and techniques for product and process improvement, and the application of basic and advanced statistics to problem solving.

This course focuses on the concepts of total quality management, including philosophies and frameworks of quality management; incorporating quality into strategic planning; leadership, process measurement and management; continuous quality improvement and ISO 9000.Original writings by major figures in the quality movement, such as Deming, Juran, Taguchi, and others are discussed.

EMGT 6210:

Database Information Systems

3 Credits

This course presents methods and procedures for storing and retrieving manufacturing data in large computerized databases.It also covers the entity relationship modeling of database systems using common notation. Topics include database design, normalization, and SQL. Students will build a database using MS Access as a project.

EMGT 6400

Engineering Law

3 Credits

This course focuses on the study of those parts of the legal system that relate to engineering.Topics include domestic and international environments of intellectual property policy (including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets); torts and various sources of personal, facility, products, and enterprise liability; contracts and issues arising from various types of contractual relationships; and aspects of administrative law (dealing with agencies) and employment law.

EMGT 6620

Data Acquisition and Predictive Analytics

3 Credits

The objective of this course is to teach students modern methods for data analysis and predictive analytics. Students will gain the knowledge to develop advanced queries and apply statistical methods and machine learning to analyze the data and make predictions in the engineering management context.

EMGT 6500

Lean Thinking Methods

3 Credits

The objective of this course is to teach students tools for applying lean thinking, lean principles and lean methods in manufacturing and service systems. Students will learn basic methods of the lean production, such as value -stream mapping, 5(6) -S, continuous flow, Kanban, SMED, A3, continuous improvement.

EMGT 6700

Engineering Leadership

3 Credits

This course will provide information, experiences and skill development to aid the student in creating an inventory of leadership knowledge for lifelong development of effective leadership abilities. Students will accomplish this through selected readings, supplemental videos, interviews of experienced leaders, reflections and discussions to explore, develop, and reinforce leadership development.

Students are required to work on a project of their choice in this course.Though not mandatory, they are encouraged to select a real-world engineering problem they are facing in their job.Students will report on their project problems, solutions, analyses, results, discussions, and conclusions.

Faculty

Dr.Dean Bruckner, Ph.D.

Industry Outlook and Career Opportunities

Engineering managers are employed in a number of different industries, from manufacturing and architecture to mining, scientific research, and government. Though the engineering services industry is projected to grow by 21% by 2022*, you can expect strong competition for openings. Education and experience are crucial distinguishing factors.

In a management role, you may be expected to lead research and development teams to discover new processes, ensure sound methodology, check the technical accuracy of your team’s work, and manage a project’s budget and timeline effectively.

Average wages for engineering managers vary depending on the industry, your experience, and your education, among other factors. The national average annual salary for engineering managers is $122,810*.

*According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Our Graduate Stories

As a graduate of the Master in Engineering Management program, you can enter the marketplace with the tangible credentials and intangible leadership qualities to help push your career forward. Based on a 2013-2014 survey, our MEM grads are already seeing demonstrable benefits in the industry.

Staying competitive is paramount, and 88% of graduates agreed the MEM helped them become more competitive in the job market.

With increased competition comes increased opportunities, and 63% of grads said their MEM helped them move into a management or supervisory position.

66% of MEM grads reported a salary increase of 40% or more.

“I knew I wanted a master’s degree, but wanted to be smart about it. I originally thought about an MBA, but everyone in my office was pursuing that option. I needed something different that would stand out. The material in the engineering management program supplements my daily work tasks and allows me to utilize my job experiences in my coursework and vice versa.”

– Nicole LePage, ’14 graduate

“What I liked about the OHIO MEM program was that it was well-rounded, very balanced, and all core. Looking at all other programs in the country, they offered too many electives, which could result in a very incoherent engineering management program.”

– Ed Sanderson, ’14 graduate

“The content I’ve seen in the five courses I’ve taken so far is very relevant. It reinforces things I already knew by tying it all together and putting it in one cohesive package. It is a bit of a ‘ah-ha’ moment.”

About Ohio University

Founded in 1804, Ohio University is the ninth oldest public university in the United States. Located in Athens, Ohio, the school serves more than 35,000 students on the 1,850-acre campus, and online. This esteemed institution is ranked by numerous publications, such as The Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report, Business Week, as one of the best education forces and academic values in the country. Ohio University offers a variety of programs across 10 different colleges, including 250 bachelor’s programs, 188 master’s programs and 58 doctoral programs. Ohio University is regionally accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Ohio University has a long-standing reputation for excellence based on the quality of its programs, faculty and alumni. If you are a professional who strives to align with one of the best, you need look no further than the esteemed on-campus and online programs offered at Ohio University.

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Computer Requirements

Getting Up and Running
To get started in our online program, you’ll need a computer system and webcam with current specifications. Ohio University’s online degree programs use a learning management system called Blackboard. Please check below for more technology requirements.

1. Must have Microsoft Office 2010 (Must have Excel 2010 or higher for the PC).
2. Must have high speed connection. Mozilla Firefox is the required browser; Internet Explorer should not be used as a web browser.
3. Must have a webcam, headset, and a USB microphone.

Note: If you are a MAC user, due to compatibility issues, you will need to purchase additional software so you can run the PC version of Microsoft Excel 2010 or higher. One of the easiest ways to run Microsoft Excel 2010 or higher for the PC on your Mac is to purchase and install VMware Fusion 4 (~$36) for the Mac OS/X. VMware Fusion 4 will allow you to run a dual boot setup on your Mac computer. Thus, you will be able to choose to boot into your Mac OS/X or Windows OS. Thus, once you have installed VMware Fusion 4, you will be able to install Windows 7 ($70) and then install Office 2010 for the PC (~$70).

Hardware and Software Downloads
Ohio University provides free virus protection software for student computers and also Windows and Macintosh versions of Microsoft Office to students at a very reasonable price. Other software requirements include: Microsoft Office 2007 including Word, Excel, and Power Point, the Minitab Statistics Package -16th version, and Remote Proctor Now, which is used twice per term for midterms and finals. Please visithttp://www.ohio.edu/oit/techdepot/software/student_name.cfm for more information about this software. If you have further questions please contact the Tech Depot at 740-597-DEPO (3376) or techdepot@ohio.edu.
Hardware and Software Downloads
Ohio University provides free virus protection software for students, here. Note: Please ensure any other antivirus software has been uninstalled from your computer before installing.

Browser Configuration and Connection Speed
Once you have ensured that your computer has the proper operating system and hardware to run Blackboard, you should verify that your Internet connection is fast enough to support Blackboard and your browser is compatible. You can check your browser compatibility at http://bbsupport.ohio.edu/browser-checker-for-bb9/. You can check your Internet connection download and upload speeds using the connection speed test athttp://www.pcpitstop.com/internet/bw.asp. If your Internet connection is at least 0.2 Mbps, you will still be able to use Blackboard. However, be prepared for slower page loads, choppy audio and video, and longer file uploads.

Blackboard, OHIO ID, Proctoring, and Email Support
If you are experiencing any issues with Blackboard, your OHIO ID, Remote Proctor Now, or your Ohio University email address, please visit the following support links for help: